2. iCandy Productions
This production company presents to us a romantic
comedy film which features just one character. There
is no speech/dialogue, instead, the narrative is told
through the actor’s actions and gestures.
The environment again, is a home environment, to
create a domestic feel, so that audiences are likely to
relate to what is being shown.
It involves a young man waiting and preparing for a
date that is due to come in the evening.
A recurring and prominent theme is that of time, the
lack/importance of time, and proves to be something
that is original to add to a storyline when involving a
romance.
3. First frame- impressions
The title is displayed
in a frame which is an
extreme close-up of a
bubbling pot, which
gives an indication that
tension is brewing. This is quite creative in the sense that we would
normally expect a black screen with the font in the centre of the screen,
however this makes the film more interesting from start to end.
This is significant as the first frame does not give us any clues about the
main character in terms of who he is, how old he is etc.
The simple short text connotes a snappy feel, highlighting the idea that the
film is concise and quick to the point. In other words, a simple linear
narrative which is not over complicated at any point.
The scene also sets up a kitchen scene, as we are now made aware that
there will be cooking involved in the preparation of this date.
4. The close-up shots of
the food that is being pr-
epared encompass the
Man chopping the food
In a rhythmic way in
Unison with the background music. The opening
setting being a kitchen shows the character to
be mature, as we do not normally associate
young males to be experienced in the kitchen.
The warmth of the orange and yellow in the
scene give a sense of homeliness as these
warm colours create a domestic and
comfortable experience as the actor is not in
an environment he would feel uncomfortable
in.
5. The repetition of the
Chopping is done to create
a rhythmic and continuous
sense of momentum, mim-
icking a clock ticking. This
is a subtle but effective way of keeping the
audience constantly entertained and drawn into
the action of the film, as it can become quite
dreary watching a film with no dialogue. This
also mirrors the anticipation for the date, and
the non-diegetic score music changes as per
the character’s mood. Furthermore, it is
blended to create a smooth transition from one
scene to another.
6. The cinematography in this
segment is used to draw attention
To the action, the camera pans
down to the chopping of the onion
showing that things are running
smoothly so far, and that there is
harmony in the equilibrium so far.
The character’s costume suggests
he is quite young as he is dressed
casually and is sporting an urban
t-shirt, suggesting he is a teenager
or in his early adult years.
7. There is mixed use of
camera angles to create
a dynamic and interesting
viewing experience for
the audience, and in a way
the director is making up for the lack of dialogue in
the whole production. The swift movement of the
sheet being repeatedly set into place signifies the
character’s attention to detail;
and his caring attitude to provide
a good night for him and his date
8. His caring person-
ality is further explored
in this scene as he
scatters pettles and
candles across the table,
these things connote romance, as well as the wine
which is a symbol of elegance and fine dining,
as well as intoxication and lust. The well set
table is
finished off with a red
rose in the centre, and the
rose is the epitome of the
romantic genre as it sym-
bolises attraction and love.
9. The comic element of the
film is added here, as there
is a typical conventon of
comedy, suggested nudity
and the actor doing a funny
dance in the shower, miming singing. This
creates a sense of humour and stability in the
equilibrium as everything is running smoothly
so far. We can tell
the actor is very concerned
with his appearance and
wants to ensure that he is
looking his best for his date in
order to impress her.
10. A mid shot is used in this scene to suggest that
there is nudity but not actually show it all, this
creates humour as the audience can identify
he is naked.
This allows for the audience to have their own
interpretation when it comes to watching the
film, as everything is not given away directly,
the director has allowed the audience to
engage with the film in this manner, which
heightens the entertainment factor.
11. The comical element
Is extended in the bath
-room scene as the
Actor is doing things
To make him appear
Better on his date. These things are uncomfortable
And entertaining for the
Audience to watch as
They provide a light-hea
Rted insight into people’s
Insecurities.
The use of a close-up illus
Trates the phrase ‘up close
And personal’
12. A longshot is used here
to capture the whole body
from head to toe, which
shows the actor as almost
nude, which in essence
translates as comical.
character positioning sugg
ests he wants to be a mas-
culine figure and holds his
stance as a superhero,
showing what men would
like to be, but must accept
themselves the way they are.
effectively representing the
‘real man’ and subverting the expectations of how men
are presented
13. This is further shown in
the frame above as the
actor is tensing his body
to show his muscles but we
as an audience see a lean
and regular guy.
Now we see the actor in
attire that is formal and
sophisticated, showing
that he has transformed
from silly and immature
to mature and suave in
order to impress the girl.
This is a stereotype that has
been followed.
14. An unusual but effective
addition has been made
in the frame to draw atten
tion to the importance of
time, and a disruption in
the equillibrium as his date is late and has not
shown up regardless of the
slow passing of time. We
see a glum and solemn
look on the actors face as
he tries to call her, and to
no avail, begins to resort
to cleaning and waiting.
15.
16. The highlighted blue areas
These are all major elements of the
climax/attempted resolution of the film. The
actor becomes disappointed and eats his own
plate of food, then later moves on to eat his
date’s dinner also in anger. He then drinks the
whole bottle of wine to intoxicate himself and
make him fall out of his senses, creating more
humour. We feel sympathy for the character as
we see through a range of angles he is
drinking his sorrows away by finishing the
wine. The last frame is upside down to mirror
his life now also being upside down.
17. The symbolism of his hand
On his head shows his dismay
And loneliness, this shot en-
Compasses the table with just
Him sat on it, highlighting his failed date.
The extreme close-up on the phone delivers to the
Audience a shock, as
We see his date has
Sent him a message
To say she is late and
Will be over extremely
Shortly.
18. Last scene
The audience lastly see
the shocked and confused
expression on the actors face
as he is now unaware of
what he can do, and is hor-
rified at what he has done in anger waiting for
his date. This creates sympathy toward him
but also comedy as this is an unfortunate but
comic ending which is short and sudden.
19. Summary
The film cuts to black and we hear a doorbell
to identify the fact that his date has arrived and
there is no food or drink left. All his efforts have
gone to waste. The use of personal space e.g.
The bedroom could connote a sense of
security when you want to escape from the
daily troubles, and this is where the character
goes whilst calling and waiting for his date.
The loud and bold music used when the actor
is convinced his date has stood him up
amplifies his anger further.
